2. STUDENT SUPPORT STRATEGIES THAT DRIVE TRANSFER SUCCESS
Lessons Learned at Trent University
Karen Maki, Director
Postsecondary Partnerships, Trent University
January 27, 2012

3. Lessons Learned Establish a feeling of belonging before the transfer
Visits to campus
Guest lectures at college; invite students to special lectures at Trent
Campus tours, library tours, research activities
Preferred admission processes
Don’t treat like high school students
Build resourcefullness skills
Anticipate the information students will need, and give it to them
Support connection with peers
Track and report on success.